LECTURER IN MASTER OF ARTS IN JOURNALISM AND MEDIA STUDIES

Lecturer in Master of Arts in Journalism and Media Studies

Mount Kenya University(MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MKU is largely known for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system as well as linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from the main campus in Thika with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.

In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the following vacant positions.

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

An earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication from a recognized/accredited university;

                 OR

Master’s degree in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication (for special cases outlined on MKU teaching staff appointments and promotions guidelines, 2020) with 3 years teaching/industry/research experience;

Expected to have registered for a PhD degree in the relevant discipline.

At least three (3) years teaching experience at university level;

At least 24 publication points of which 16 should be from refereed scholarly journals

Be registered by the relevant Professional Body (where applicable).

Key responsibilities also include

Responsibilities

Adherence to the teaching requirements as per the curriculum.

Administration of Continuous Assessments Tests.

Examination Setting, Administration & Marking.

Requirements

Requirements

Must have:

An earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication from a recognized/accredited university;

                OR

Master’s degree in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication (for special cases outlined on MKU teaching staff appointments and promotions guidelines, 2020) with 3 years teaching/industry/research experience;

Expected to have registered for a PhD degree in the relevant discipline.

At least three (3) years teaching experience at university level;

At least 24 publication points of which 16 should be from refereed scholarly journal

Be registered by the relevant Professional Body (where applicable